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This test consists of 5 short answer questions, 10 short essay questions, and 1 (of 3) essay topics.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who tries to convince Vic that he should not put up with Melinda's accusations?

2. In the end of Part IV, what does Melinda tell Vic she wants?

3. When does Vic know that Dr. Franklin began not liking Melinda?

4. Where does the new man Melinda introduces Vic to say he works?

5. Who finally admits that Carpenter is a detective to Vic?

Short Essay Questions

1. Why does Don Wilson move out of town?

2. What does Melinda tell Trixie about De Lisle's death?

3. What does Melinda tell Vic that she will do late in Part IV that shocks him?

4. What inspires Brian's new poem?

5. What does Vic never feel after killing De Lisle?

6. Who accuses Vic of killing De Lisle, and why?

7. What are both Vic and Melinda happy to hear about Trixie?

8. What does Horace tell Vic about Melinda's persistent claims that he is a murderer?

9. What does Tony propose for dinner that makes Vic very angry?

10. What does Melinda tell Vic that Carpenter concluded about Vic?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

How would you describe Highsmith's tone and language throughout this novel? Write an essay explaining your answers, citing specific references to the text to help support your conclusions.

Essay Topic 2

Why do the townspeople in Little Wesley react so badly to Havermal, and what does highsmith use Havermal to convey to the reader about the town? Write an essay explaining your answers, citing specific references to the text to help support your conclusions.

Essay Topic 3

What specific behaviors or conversations does Highsmith employ to convey to the reader the nature of Vic's treachery? Write an essay explaining your answers, citing specific references to the text to help support your conclusions.

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